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Derek Luna, Addyson Johns Win Clovis Invitational Championship Titles
California runners took home both individual championship titles Saturday. Plus, Mountain View’s boys claimed the team victory, while Crater’s girls set a Woodward Park team record ahead of Buchanan and St. Francis. Saturday’s runners lined up under partly cloudy skies for a cooler start to the 47th ASICS Clovis... Read more
2026 Clovis Invitational Preview: Top Runners to Watch at Woodward Park
Alyssa Gutierrez, Addyson Johns, and Cooper Stream are among California’s athletes to watch as nationally ranked competition heads to Fresno for two days of racing. It’s another big weekend of racing as athletes on the West Coast prepare for the 47th ASICS Clovis Invitational. The stakes have never been... Read more
5 Gear Picks for Female Cross Country Runners This Season
Cross country athletes put their gear through just as many miles as their legs. And to power through those tough hill workouts, sprint sessions, long runs, and weekend meets, they need running gear that is comfortable, allows for mobility, and is durable—and it doesn’t hurt if it’s stylish. Finding... Read more
Alyssa Gutierrez Wins Nike Portland 5K Title
The St. Francis sophomore led the girls’ championship race, while Crescenta Valley brought home a team victory for California. California runners had plenty to celebrate at Nike Portland XC on Saturday, September 26. St. Francis sophomore Alyssa Gutierrez won the girls’ Jim Danner Championship 5K at Blue Lake Regional... Read more
Run Pacer Review: Elite Energy Return Without the Elite Price Tag
Runners looking for maximum energy return without sacrificing cushioned comfort no longer need to buy high-performance sneakers that commonly carry a hefty price tag. Instead, all athletes need are these running insoles. Superfeet is helping athletes enhance their performance by supporting biomechanics with its Run Pacer insoles. Unlike traditional... Read more
5 Reasons High School Runners Need Spikes This Season
With the start of the high school cross country season athletes are setting new goals and searching for new shoes. But one question that comes up at practice every single year is, “Do I actually need spikes for cross country?” If you’re stepping up from middle school racing, or... Read more
Track to Trails: Why High School Runners Should Give Cross Country a Shot
When outdoor track season ends, that doesn’t mean your running has to stop. For high school runners, cross country offers a chance to keep competing, stay connected with teammates, and challenge yourself in a completely different way. Instead of lanes on thee oval, you’re racing on grass, through dirt,... Read more
Back on the Bluffs Fort Casey Running Camp Continues the Legacy
Back on the Bluffs: Fort Casey Running Camp Revives a Legacy Built by Doris Brown Heritage Doris Heritage coached 20 All-Americans in 39 years at Seattle Pacific University |Photo courtesy of Doris Heritage The newest chapter of the longest-running story in American running camps. There’s a new camp on... Read more
While on Earth The Rhythm Runner Review
Runners looking for a versatile sneaker that can take them from speed work on the track to long runs on the trails—and every road in between—may have just found a heavenly sole-ution. While on Earth recently launched its first running shoe, the Rhythm Runner, expanding its lineup of performance... Read more
Best Running Shoes for Long Distance
After getting a solid running base built up over the past few weeks, now might be the time to start working on distance goals. Whether looking for a late spring or summer road race or seeking to challenge yourself this outdoor track season, distance runners should invest in a... Read more
Top Racing Spikes for Runners in 2026
Runners looking for a solid shoe to help boost performance on the track this spring season should consider investing in a pair of racing spikes. While high school runners don’t need spikes on day one, as competition gets faster and goals get bigger, they quickly become an important part... Read more
Why High School Runners Burn Out Early in Races—And How to Fix It
Burning out before the finish? This running guide explains why it happens and how to prevent fading early. High school runners dedicate time to training each week at practice, often with a specific time goal in mind. Then they get their toes on the line at a track meet... Read more